Street Car Chivalry (1903 Original Black & White Film)

Step into a scene from 1903 with this captivating black and white film, showcasing the interior of a crowded streetcar. Witness the chivalrous behavior of the male passengers as they offer their seats to a young lady upon her entry. However, laughter ensues when an elderly stout lady with bundles enters, and the male passengers suddenly become engrossed in their papers, leaving her swinging on the strap. Enjoy the comedic mishaps as a sudden jerk of the car lands her in the lap of a dude, resulting in amusement for the other passengers. Experience the whimsical interactions as the story unfolds, leaving the passengers with smiles on their faces.

Source :
Porter, E. S., Thomas A. Edison, I., Paper Print Collection & Niver. (1903) Street Car Chivalry. United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694310